GE Vernova

Technical Leader - Combustion Materials and Processes

GE Vernova  •  $113k - $189k/yr  •  Greenville, NC (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

This role contributes to the Gas Power business as a combustion component materials and processes technical expert to interface with internal GE and external customers to clearly communicate results of development programs and materials analysis from field issues and failures. The TL will present and provide customer solutions to support the gas turbine OEM and Services business, lead technical projects and provide technical support. As a senior level combustion materials and fabrication expert, work to mentor and direct engineering technical projects within the MPE Combustion Materials team.

Essential Functions:

  • Integrate and develop combustion materials and processes that meet business needs across the organization. Engage in long-term planning.
  • Contribute to technical roadmap of combustion materials and process technical strategy and manage complex issues within combustion materials and process application technology.
  • Identify, evaluate, develop, and implement combustion material and process advancements to meet near term and long-range engineering needs.
  • Provide technical consultation on product problems throughout the business including supplier and field support.
  • Lead and provide the key technical direction to large projects with critical business risk and impact.
  • Maintain an active role in developing and defining the state of the art in combustion material and fabrication process technology for gas turbine applications
  • Develop technologies for product introduction, quality, performance, cost improvements and problem resolution in meeting current and future business needs including adherence to schedules and estimated costs
  • Support other GE businesses, internal & external GE customers, and supplier issues as required.
  • Provide technical consultation to cross-functional teams throughout the business to improve or resolve manufacturing, product center, supplier, or field issues.
  • Effectively communicate and provide technical recommendations on projects, preparation and presentation of technical data to internal and external GE customers.
  • Prepare invention disclosures to protect technology that gives the business a competitive advantage, as well as protecting the intellectual property rights of the company.
  • Provide technical guidance, direction and training/mentoring to new and experienced materials engineers, specialists, and interns.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering
  • Minimum of 7 years experience in gas turbine engineering, with at least 5 years in combustion/materials engineering.
  • Ability to access and handle US Export Controlled information

Desired Characteristics:

  • Master’s or PhD advanced degree preferred
  • Knowledge in metal forming, welding, brazing, thermal spray coatings, oxidation, corrosion, wear, failure analysis, and root cause analysis
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Problem analysis and resolution skills
  • Demonstrated experience in development, implementation and qualification of coatings used in gas turbine product applications
  • Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market and manage programs that further the knowledge, understanding and capability of the business

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 01, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

GE Vernova

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is a purpose-built energy technology company on a mission to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world.

It is made up of three businesses -- Power, Wind, and Electrification -- with focus on accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life.

The world needs more energy, smarter energy. With energy demand expected to grow by more than 50% in the next 20 years, we are continuously innovating to meet the moment…like we have for the past 130 years. The Energy of Change and relentless optimism are what drive us – it’s about never giving up and seeing what’s possible so that we deliver the energy technologies the world needs right now and for generations to come.

GE Vernova’s attitude and edge is embedded in its name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver.

Together, we have the energy to change the world.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Boston, Massachusetts
Year Founded
Unknown
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